Systems Engineer-AI​/ML

Systems Engineer-AI/ML Company: Location: Linthicum, Maryland, USA Job Type: Full-Time Shift: Day Telework: None Salary Range: $120,000 to $205,000 per year Job : WOOD-0131 Number of Positions: 1

Overview

Join WOOD's AIFirst mission engineering team and help shape the next generation of intelligent systems. As an AI/ML Systems Engineer, you'll design, build, and integrate NLP/ML capabilities and high‑performance data pipelines that turn unstructured artifacts into actionable insight. You'll work in a dynamic system‑of‑systems environment, developing models, automations, and analytic workflows that accelerate how decision makers understand complex information. From extracting meaning out of documents to engineering scalable pipelines and deploying machine learning solutions into production, you'll be at the intersection of data, engineering, and mission innovation. We're hiring at all levels: if you're passionate about AI, love solving hard problems, and want to push the boundaries of what's possible in real‑world environments, we'd love to meet you. Application Process: Interested candidates should submit their resume detailing their qualifications and experience. Security Clearance Requirements: This position requires all candidates to be U.S. Citizens and possess an active TS/SCI Security Clearance with a Polygraph.

Responsibilities

• Engineer solutions across system‑of‑systems, collaborating with government and technical stakeholders to translate CONOPS and high‑level architectures into actionable requirements and designs.
• Build document parsing and data processing pipelines for unstructured/semi-structured sources using tools such as Apache Tika and PDFMiner.
• Develop and evaluate NLP/ML models (Tensor Flow or PyTorch) in Python/R, delivering qualitative and quantitative analytics with clear data visualizations.
• Create and maintain technical documentation (architecture/design docs, interface controls), and support integration & test planning.
• Communicate findings and tradeoffs to program personnel, government overseers, and senior executives.

Qualifications

Required Education & Years of Experience:

• Systems Engineer Level 1
• Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering Science, Engineering Management, or related discipline with seven (7) years of SE experience in program and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity.
• Systems Engineer Level 2
• Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering Science, Engineering Management, or related discipline with fourteen (14) years of SE experience in program and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity.
• Systems Engineer Level 3
• Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering Science, Engineering Management, or related discipline with twenty (20) years of SE experience in program and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity.
• Five (5) years of additional SE experience may be substituted for a bachelor's degree.

Additional Experience Requirements:

• Programming & ML:

Proficiency in Python and/or R; hands‑on with Tensor Flow or PyTorch.

• Data extraction:

Experience using Apache Tika and PDFMiner for unstructured/semi-structured sources.

• Systems engineering:

Background in requirements analysis, architecture/design, interface definition, and verification methods in a complex SoS context.

• Visualization & analysis:

Strength in qualitative/quantitative analytics and communicating results through dashboards/visuals. About WOOD Fringe Benefits:

• Health Insurance:

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans.

• Retirement Plan: 401(k) with company match.
• Paid Time Off:

Generous PTO policy including vacation, sick leave, and holidays.

• Professional Development:

Opportunities for training, certifications, and career advancement.

• Work-Life Balance:

Flexible work schedules and remote work options.

• Wellness Programs:

Employee assistance programs, wellness initiatives, and gym membership discounts. Why Join Us?

• Impactful Work:

Contribute to critical government projects that make a real difference.

• Career Growth:

Take advantage of professional development opportunities and career advancement.

• Supportive Environment:

Work in a collaborative and flexible environment that values work‑life balance.

• Competitive Compensation:

Enjoy a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package. WOOD is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. #J-18808-Ljbffr Apply tot his job Apply To this Job